Most parents can’t wait to hear their child’s first words. It is so exciting to finally get a peek into what they are thinking, isn’t it? For parents of late talkers, anxiety can start to build when the words don’t seem to be coming when they should. Creating verbal...
This week's app of the week is recommended from our Speech Therapy Team - The app is called: My PlayHome. My PlayHome is an interactive dollhouse where your child can 'use' everything in the PlayHome. They are able to interactively 'pour' the cereal and milk, 'blow'...
This week’s app is recommended from our Speech Therapy Team - The app is called: Articulation Flip Books. This app is a great way to practice articulation therapy at the word, phrase or sentence level at home or on the go. Each page reveals a silly story to entertain...
W-sitting seems harmless but this position does more harm than good for children. For many children, this position gives them a feeling of being planted or stable while playing with toys in front of them. However, the position keeps the child from rotating their trunk...
Need some ideas on how to spice up articulation practice at home? Articulation practice at home is very important, but many parents tell us they struggle with getting their child to practice the words that they are working on in speech therapy. One of the things we...
I often have parents and caregivers ask me about recommendations for games that they can purchase and play at home in order to help facilitate speech and language skills, piggybacking on speech therapy goals. Below are just a few examples of games that are able to be...
When should I worry about my child’s stuttering? Many children repeat words or phrases as they learn to talk or when they are excited or tired. Stuttering is also more likely to occur in children who are under a lot of stress, for example, after starting new day care,...
Picky Eater vs. Problem Eater Parents often wonder if their child is a just a picky eater or if it's something more that may require Feeding Therapy. Below are some basic characteristics of picky eaters versus problem eaters. As always, if you have concerns, please...
Tips to Help Families Make the Most of Each Pediatric Therapy Visit and Their Therapist “A good therapist treats the disability; the great therapist treats the child who has the disability”. (William Osler) At T.E.A.M. 4 Kids, the therapists work very hard to treat...
Having Fun with Food: Fun Feeding Therapy Activities to Try at Home Listed below are a few fun feeding therapy related activities to try with your children at home. Encouraging exploration and creativity with food can be a fun activity and can often encourage them to...
